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Christopher Ward C63 ColchestervsBoldr Venture Velo

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C63 Colchester
Christopher WardC63 Colchester
MSRP $1,615
Venture Velo
BoldrVenture Velo
MSRP $399
What people say

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Christopher Ward C63 Colchester

The Christopher Ward C63 Colchester is praised for its extremely lightweight, 41mm forged carbon case and dial, weighing only 38 grams, and its COSC-certified Sellita SW200 movement. Some owners report the lume lasts all night, while others note the red seconds hand can be difficult to see in low light. The recessed crown is a point of discussion, with one owner finding it difficult to manipulate due to its thinness and another suggesting it may be gimmicky. The watch is offered at $925. Overall, owners appreciate the unique materials and lightweight design of the Christopher Ward C63 Colchester, though some express concerns about the crown functionality and price point.

Boldr Venture Velo

Owners widely praise the Boldr Venture Velo for its utilitarian design, matte titanium finish, drilled lugs, and bright lume, noting its comfortable wearability and legible dial. Some owners, however, find the case design too angular and the dial too flat, with a preference for applied markers and smoother crown threads. The Boldr Venture Velo is considered well-built for its price, featuring a 38mm titanium case and 200m water resistance, although some note the basic movement and absence of a date complication. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Venture Velo highly for its durable, functional design and value at its price point.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 Colchester47.5mm
Venture Velo41mm
Power Reserve
C63 Colchester38h
Venture Velo40h
Water Resistance
C63 Colchester150m
Venture Velo200m
MSRP
C63 Colchester$1,615
Venture Velo$399

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Tool
Diameter
47.5mm
41mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Injected carbon
Titanium
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Khaki
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW200
Seiko VK64
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Moonphase, Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,615
$399
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